Valspar to Sherwin-Williams
Switching from Valspar to Sherwin-Williams? Find the closest Sherwin-Williams paint to any Valspar color — matched by ΔE2000, the perceptual color-difference standard. Popular conversions are below, or convert any Valspar color:
Popular Valspar → Sherwin-Williams conversions
| Valspar | Closest Sherwin-Williams | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Du Jour 7002-16 | Medici Ivory SW 7558 | ΔE 1.95 · near-perfect |
| Swiss Coffee 7002-9 | Barely Pear SW 9666 | ΔE 1.38 · near-perfect |
| Ultra White 7006-24 | Cheviot SW 9503 | ΔE 1.19 · near-perfect |
| Sea Salt 6005-1A | Filmy Green SW 6190 | ΔE 0.63 · imperceptible |
| Filtered Shade 4007-1A | Dumpling SW 9616 | ΔE 1.27 · near-perfect |
| Polar 4008-9A | Lullaby SW 9136 | ΔE 2.39 · close |
| Cracked Pepper 4011-1 | Greenblack SW 6994 | ΔE 3.96 · noticeable |
| Polished Pine 5006-2B | Kale Green SW 6460 | ΔE 4.69 · noticeable |
| Mocha Latte 3002-10C | Colonial Revival Stone SW 2827 | ΔE 1.46 · near-perfect |
| Reflecting Pool 5005-9A | Faded Flaxflower SW 9146 | ΔE 0.54 · imperceptible |
| Pavilion Beige 3005-10A | Sand Beach SW 7529 | ΔE 2.42 · close |
| Granite Dust 4009-3A | Link Gray SW 6200 | ΔE 0.54 · imperceptible |
| La Fonda Antique White 7002-9 | Classical White SW 2829 | ΔE 1.04 · near-perfect |
| Lyndhurst Duchess Blue 5001-9A | Endless Sea SW 9150 | ΔE 4.22 · noticeable |
| Quail Egg 4007-1B | Grecian Ivory SW 7541 | ΔE 1.92 · near-perfect |
| Vintage Black 4011-3 | Black Emerald SW 2936 | ΔE 9.74 · different |
| Universal Black 4012-1 | Weathervane SW 2927 | ΔE 7.83 · different |
| Cottage White 7002-2 | Décor White SW 7559 | ΔE 2.53 · close |
| Heritage Light Beige 7002-19 | Roycroft Vellum SW 2833 | ΔE 2.20 · close |
| Almond Tan 7002-19 | Cottage Cream SW 7678 | ΔE 2.48 · close |
| Snowy Pine 4007-1C | Nacre SW 6154 | ΔE 0.56 · imperceptible |
| Foxhall Green 5004-3C | Privilege Green SW 6193 | ΔE 2.52 · close |
| Pewter Plate 4007-2A | Smooth Stone SW 9568 | ΔE 0.49 · imperceptible |
| Caspian Tide 5008-9A | Bunglehouse Blue SW 48 | ΔE 3.06 · close |
| Coffee Custard 3004-10C | Roycroft Brass SW 2843 | ΔE 2.01 · close |
| Coastal Dune 7004-2 | Sand Beach SW 7529 | ΔE 2.42 · close |
| Subtle Cream 7002-7 | Vanillin SW 6371 | ΔE 3.10 · close |
| Twilight Mist 5008-2A | Languid Blue SW 6226 | ΔE 0.43 · imperceptible |
| Dark Kettle Black 4011-2 | Tricorn Black SW 6258 | ΔE 1.77 · near-perfect |
| Crystal Glow 7002-13 | Venetian Lace SW 7119 | ΔE 1.37 · near-perfect |
Will the Sherwin-Williams version look the same?
If the ΔE is under 2, almost certainly — most people can't tell two colors with ΔE under 2 apart, even side by side. 2–3.5 is close; above 5 starts to read as a different color. These matches use published hex values, which are approximations of the real paint, so always brush a sample on the wall before you commit.
How To Convert a Valspar Color to Sherwin-Williams
Converting a Valspar paint color to Sherwin-Williams takes two steps. First, find the Valspar color you want to switch — type its name or code into the search box above, or click the swatch to pick the color by hand. The tool compares it against the full Sherwin-Williams deck using ΔE2000, the color-difference standard paint labs rely on, and puts the closest Sherwin-Williams equivalent at the top of the list.
For example, the nearest Sherwin-Williams match to Valspar Du Jour is Medici Ivory (SW 7558) — a ΔE 1.95 match, close enough to read as the same color on the wall.
Once you have the Sherwin-Williams name and code, ask for it at any paint store. Sherwin-Williams colors are mixed to order on the same tinting machines, so you can buy the converted color anywhere Sherwin-Williams is sold.
Why Convert Valspar to Sherwin-Williams?
Most people convert Valspar to Sherwin-Williams for one of a few reasons. The most common is availability — your local store carries Sherwin-Williams but not Valspar, so matching the color lets you buy it close to home. Others switch because a favorite Valspar color was discontinued, because Sherwin-Williams runs cheaper for the same shade, or because a contractor only sprays Sherwin-Williams and wants the whole job in one line.
Whatever the reason, the goal is the same: get a Sherwin-Williams color that looks like the Valspar original. Every match on this page is a real, in-stock Sherwin-Williams paint, so there is no custom mixing needed to make the swap.
Buying the Sherwin-Williams Equivalent
Take the Sherwin-Williams color name and code to the paint counter and ask for it in the finish you need — matte, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss. Finish changes how a color reads, so if you are matching an existing Valspar wall, try to use the same sheen.
Buy a sample pot of the Sherwin-Williams match first and brush it on the wall next to the Valspar original if you still have it. Let it dry fully and look at it in daylight and under your lamps at night before you commit to a full gallon.
Valspar to Sherwin-Williams conversion — FAQ
Is there a Sherwin-Williams equivalent for every Valspar color?+
For almost every color, yes. Sherwin-Williams carries a deep deck, so most Valspar colors land a close Sherwin-Williams match — usually under ΔE 2, which looks identical to the eye. A handful of very saturated or specialty Valspar colors may only reach a ΔE 3–5 match; in that case, ask the Sherwin-Williams counter about a custom tint to your hex.
What is the closest Sherwin-Williams color to Valspar Du Jour?+
The closest Sherwin-Williams match to Valspar Du Jour (7002-16) is Medici Ivory (SW 7558), a ΔE 1.95 match. You can find the same kind of equivalent for any other Valspar color using the search box at the top of this page.
Will Sherwin-Williams paint match my existing Valspar walls?+
If the ΔE is under 2 it will be very close, but an existing wall may have faded or yellowed over the years. Always brush a Sherwin-Williams sample next to the old Valspar paint and check it in your room's light before painting the whole wall.
Can I convert Sherwin-Williams colors back to Valspar?+
Yes — use the Sherwin-Williams → Valspar converter for the reverse direction. It works the same way, finding the closest Valspar color to any Sherwin-Williams shade.
Does Valspar or Sherwin-Williams paint cost less?+
Prices change by region, store, and sale, and the two brands sit in different product lines, so check current pricing at your local store. Many people convert Valspar to Sherwin-Williams specifically because the Sherwin-Williams version of a color comes out cheaper, but it is worth comparing the exact products side by side.
How accurate is this Valspar to Sherwin-Williams conversion?+
The matches use ΔE2000, the same perceptual color-difference formula paint chemists use to check that two batches came out the same. It is accurate for choosing between real paint formulas, but the hex values are screen approximations — so a sample on the wall is always the final check.